Grief Therapists in Bluffview, Dallas, TX

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Leigh S Mann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
We all have resilience within us. No matter what obstacles we find in our way, with the right tools, we can emerge from fear and pain and build a life with purpose and meaning. We all have times in our lives when issues arise involving depression, anxiety, grief, anger, addiction and recovery, parenting, or marital problems. Together we can chart a course to help you flourish.
We all have resilience within us. No matter what obstacles we find in our way, with the right tools, we can emerge from fear and pain and build a life with purpose and meaning. We all have times in our lives when issues arise involving depression, anxiety, grief, anger, addiction and recovery, parenting, or marital problems. Together we can chart a course to help you flourish.
(214) 953-7674 View (214) 953-7674
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Laurie DeMarco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
I have a psychotherapy practice in the Lovers/Inwood area of Dallas. I also offer services via teletherapy. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in need of guidance and support with difficulties arising from life changing events, family/relationship conflicts, traumatic experiences, academic and behavioral concerns, or grief and loss issues. I provide an initial phone consultation at no charge, so that together we can determine whether I am the right therapist for you and/or your family. My hours are flexible, and include early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Visit my website for more information www.lauriedemarco.com
I have a psychotherapy practice in the Lovers/Inwood area of Dallas. I also offer services via teletherapy. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in need of guidance and support with difficulties arising from life changing events, family/relationship conflicts, traumatic experiences, academic and behavioral concerns, or grief and loss issues. I provide an initial phone consultation at no charge, so that together we can determine whether I am the right therapist for you and/or your family. My hours are flexible, and include early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Visit my website for more information www.lauriedemarco.com
(214) 833-9851 View (214) 833-9851
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Kim Forcier
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209  (Online Only)
I am a licensed counselor in Dallas, Texas, and have practiced individual therapy for over 10 years. I provide counseling for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, life changes, injury, illness, and grief. I also love helping clients set goals and reach them! I started my career working with college students and have spent many years working in hospitals, helping people who have suffered injury and illness navigate life. I am a big positive psychology person meaning that while we navigate challenges, we will also identify things that you are doing right and use those strengths to cultivate growth.
I am a licensed counselor in Dallas, Texas, and have practiced individual therapy for over 10 years. I provide counseling for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, life changes, injury, illness, and grief. I also love helping clients set goals and reach them! I started my career working with college students and have spent many years working in hospitals, helping people who have suffered injury and illness navigate life. I am a big positive psychology person meaning that while we navigate challenges, we will also identify things that you are doing right and use those strengths to cultivate growth.
(469) 414-0725 View (469) 414-0725
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Amy Jo Secker
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, NCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Amy Jo enjoys working with clients who are dealing with grief and loss, relationship dynamics, life transitions, sexual issues, communication, as well as anxiety and depression. She approaches counseling through a lens of curiosity and aims to help individuals make connections and see patterns in their personal history that allow them a clearer view of the present, giving them an opportunity to grow. Amy Jo believes that with open and honest dialogue, coupled with a client’s effort, that the counseling space can be safe and transformative.
Amy Jo enjoys working with clients who are dealing with grief and loss, relationship dynamics, life transitions, sexual issues, communication, as well as anxiety and depression. She approaches counseling through a lens of curiosity and aims to help individuals make connections and see patterns in their personal history that allow them a clearer view of the present, giving them an opportunity to grow. Amy Jo believes that with open and honest dialogue, coupled with a client’s effort, that the counseling space can be safe and transformative.
(469) 769-5948 View (469) 769-5948
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Caroline Brasch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
I specialize in treating adults struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as grief and loss, identify and self-esteem issues, and relationship problems.
Coming to therapy requires courage, and I offer an empathic and supportive space where patients can feel understood, valued, and accepted as they are. I approach therapy through an important lens: that lasting change and healing comes from understanding the present-day impact of one’s past experiences and relationships, most importantly with oneself. Whether you are hoping to better manage stress and anxiety, navigate a challenging time in your life, strengthen your relationships, let go of feelings of insecurity, or improve your overall wellbeing, I can help.
I specialize in treating adults struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as grief and loss, identify and self-esteem issues, and relationship problems.
Coming to therapy requires courage, and I offer an empathic and supportive space where patients can feel understood, valued, and accepted as they are. I approach therapy through an important lens: that lasting change and healing comes from understanding the present-day impact of one’s past experiences and relationships, most importantly with oneself. Whether you are hoping to better manage stress and anxiety, navigate a challenging time in your life, strengthen your relationships, let go of feelings of insecurity, or improve your overall wellbeing, I can help.
(972) 851-6974 View (972) 851-6974
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Dr. Latonia Wade
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209  (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is for anyone seeking to improve their lives and their relationships. Sometimes life gets difficult to manage and we feel overwhelmed by expectations of ourselves and those around us. You may find it difficult to understand past experiences that remain hurtful or that continue to cause difficulty in navigating current relationships both personally and professionally. Traumatic experiences, grief/loss and life transitions can leave us feeling lost, doubtful, anxious and depressed. What if I told you that you can find the peace you need to live a life fulfilled? Well…you have already taken the first step!
I believe that therapy is for anyone seeking to improve their lives and their relationships. Sometimes life gets difficult to manage and we feel overwhelmed by expectations of ourselves and those around us. You may find it difficult to understand past experiences that remain hurtful or that continue to cause difficulty in navigating current relationships both personally and professionally. Traumatic experiences, grief/loss and life transitions can leave us feeling lost, doubtful, anxious and depressed. What if I told you that you can find the peace you need to live a life fulfilled? Well…you have already taken the first step!
(469) 457-3256 View (469) 457-3256
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Dr. Cassidy C Liland
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75220
I specialize in treating the concerns of women across the lifespan including perinatal/postpartum mood and anxiety, infant loss, reproductive issues (infertility, high risk pregnancies), health concerns (PCOS, chronic pain, cancer survivorship and previvorship), grief, trauma, and parenting.
I place great emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I work to foster a safe and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel understood and fully supported. I enjoy working collaboratively with patients and coordinating treatment efforts with complimentary mental health and medical professionals to help patients achieve therapeutic goals and an enhanced quality of life.
I specialize in treating the concerns of women across the lifespan including perinatal/postpartum mood and anxiety, infant loss, reproductive issues (infertility, high risk pregnancies), health concerns (PCOS, chronic pain, cancer survivorship and previvorship), grief, trauma, and parenting.
I place great emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I work to foster a safe and non-judgmental environment where my clients can feel understood and fully supported. I enjoy working collaboratively with patients and coordinating treatment efforts with complimentary mental health and medical professionals to help patients achieve therapeutic goals and an enhanced quality of life.
(214) 238-9516 x2 View (214) 238-9516 x2
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Jenifer Balch
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, CAS
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Some of my specializations include play therapy, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, parent training, and relationship concerns.
Life can sometimes be filled with unexpected challenges and difficult emotions. I would love the opportunity to support you through your journey. I highly value the therapeutic relationship and work to build an environment where you feel safe, accepted, valued, and understood. Everyone is unique and I work to tailor the counseling process to meet your specific needs. Most importantly, I want you to feel that you are in the care of someone who can help you meet your goals. I offer a free phone consultation to help you decide. I also offer virtual sessions to make counseling more convenient and comfortable for you.
Some of my specializations include play therapy, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, parent training, and relationship concerns.
Life can sometimes be filled with unexpected challenges and difficult emotions. I would love the opportunity to support you through your journey. I highly value the therapeutic relationship and work to build an environment where you feel safe, accepted, valued, and understood. Everyone is unique and I work to tailor the counseling process to meet your specific needs. Most importantly, I want you to feel that you are in the care of someone who can help you meet your goals. I offer a free phone consultation to help you decide. I also offer virtual sessions to make counseling more convenient and comfortable for you.
(972) 441-7593 View (972) 441-7593
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Barbara Hunt- Elkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Are you frustrated because you seem to be having the same unproductive conversations with your spouse, boss, or teenager? I specialize in helping couples and families achieve healthier relationships, better communication, and more effective coping skills. I also treat individual adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience in brief problem focused therapy as well as longer term, more intensive psychodynamic work. Many of my clients are high functioning, professional couples in stressful careers, who are trying to balance the demands of their profession with their individual needs and those of their family.
Are you frustrated because you seem to be having the same unproductive conversations with your spouse, boss, or teenager? I specialize in helping couples and families achieve healthier relationships, better communication, and more effective coping skills. I also treat individual adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience in brief problem focused therapy as well as longer term, more intensive psychodynamic work. Many of my clients are high functioning, professional couples in stressful careers, who are trying to balance the demands of their profession with their individual needs and those of their family.
(972) 882-6530 View (972) 882-6530
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Audrey H Atkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
) Adolescent Counseling Abuse/Trauma Crisis Counseling Depression/Bipolar Disorder Grief Anxiety, Phobias & OCD PTSD Eating Disorders Life Transitions (Job Loss/Change, Divorce, Marriage, Geographic Relocation, Military) Anger Manangement.
As a top honors graduate from Texas Wesleyan University, I have been trained by some of the best licensed professionals in the mental health field today. Having done my graduate practicum at Sante Center for Healing, I learned that treating clients from a holistic perspective gives them the skills they need in all areas to address their greatest concerns. As a client of mine, you will be asked to be an active participant in your therapy. The vast majority of my clients report more happiness and positive changes in their lives after only a short time as my client.
) Adolescent Counseling Abuse/Trauma Crisis Counseling Depression/Bipolar Disorder Grief Anxiety, Phobias & OCD PTSD Eating Disorders Life Transitions (Job Loss/Change, Divorce, Marriage, Geographic Relocation, Military) Anger Manangement.
As a top honors graduate from Texas Wesleyan University, I have been trained by some of the best licensed professionals in the mental health field today. Having done my graduate practicum at Sante Center for Healing, I learned that treating clients from a holistic perspective gives them the skills they need in all areas to address their greatest concerns. As a client of mine, you will be asked to be an active participant in your therapy. The vast majority of my clients report more happiness and positive changes in their lives after only a short time as my client.
(940) 294-8001 View (940) 294-8001
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Jennifer L. Westrom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209  (Online Only)
I research and write about the psychological and spiritual development of aging women and work almost exclusively with older women (40+). I primarily help women who struggle with anxiety, depression, empty nest, trauma, mental illness, or who are seeking psychological or spiritual growth, but I also have expertise in caretaking, chronic illness, and death and dying. I provide individual and group teletherapy/coaching to women throughout the United States and Canada. I do not offer in person sessions. Please view my web site www.jenniferwestrom.com for more information and to see if I feel like a good fit.
I research and write about the psychological and spiritual development of aging women and work almost exclusively with older women (40+). I primarily help women who struggle with anxiety, depression, empty nest, trauma, mental illness, or who are seeking psychological or spiritual growth, but I also have expertise in caretaking, chronic illness, and death and dying. I provide individual and group teletherapy/coaching to women throughout the United States and Canada. I do not offer in person sessions. Please view my web site www.jenniferwestrom.com for more information and to see if I feel like a good fit.
(682) 213-9085 View (682) 213-9085
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Majeda Khan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
My nick name is Maz Khan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Houston, Texas. I will be only available for Telehealth. I work with adults only (18+) and have expertise with anxiety, depression, ADHD and Trauma. I also help with work life and personal/family life balance, divorce, grief and parenting. My approaches are dependent on what a client may need, but I typically use a client centered approach, Solution Focused approach, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
My nick name is Maz Khan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Houston, Texas. I will be only available for Telehealth. I work with adults only (18+) and have expertise with anxiety, depression, ADHD and Trauma. I also help with work life and personal/family life balance, divorce, grief and parenting. My approaches are dependent on what a client may need, but I typically use a client centered approach, Solution Focused approach, Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy.
(214) 617-0880 View (214) 617-0880
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Chelsea Marie Cheek
LPC-Associate, MS, NCC, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
I have experience with those who have suffered from past abuse and trauma, addictions, depression and anxiety. Often the presenting challenges for these clients has been around emotional control/stability, loss of joy/purpose, lack of a healthy support system and a tendency to relapse. My clients goals have often included helping them decrease anxiety levels by learning to self soothe when triggered, to utilize more positive communication skills, to set healthier boundaries, and to create a more structured schedule in their daily lives.
I have experience with those who have suffered from past abuse and trauma, addictions, depression and anxiety. Often the presenting challenges for these clients has been around emotional control/stability, loss of joy/purpose, lack of a healthy support system and a tendency to relapse. My clients goals have often included helping them decrease anxiety levels by learning to self soothe when triggered, to utilize more positive communication skills, to set healthier boundaries, and to create a more structured schedule in their daily lives.
(469) 284-0234 View (469) 284-0234
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Maureen Zdanis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
At any stage of development, we are bound to encounter obstacles to our ability to thrive. I help clients to become proactive agents in their own process. I have worked with all ages to reduce symptoms, promote growth, and instill lasting change. I support children, teens, adults, and families in healing from anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression and OCD. I have a speciality in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially GNC and transgender folks. I am licensed in AL, AZ, AR, CT, CO, DE, GA, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.
At any stage of development, we are bound to encounter obstacles to our ability to thrive. I help clients to become proactive agents in their own process. I have worked with all ages to reduce symptoms, promote growth, and instill lasting change. I support children, teens, adults, and families in healing from anxiety, trauma, grief, and depression and OCD. I have a speciality in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially GNC and transgender folks. I am licensed in AL, AZ, AR, CT, CO, DE, GA, FL, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY.
(267) 376-8313 View (267) 376-8313
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M Susan Rosenberg, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Do you feel lonely or burdened by your past? Are you struggling with grief issues, parenting issues, aging parents, empty nesting, or adjusting to a new city? Therapy can help.
A therapist can be helpful in times of transition, or when it is time to put some deep thought into why you may be feeling stuck, in a bad relationship or depressed. Our world is a complicated place with external influences adding confusion to our choices. We may invest a great deal of time and money in many things, but we neglect our inner world. Yet our inner world affects all of our decision making. Therapy can help us discover our true, often neglected selves. I offer both psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I am a graduate of the Dallas Psychoanalytic Center, Psychoanalytic training. I have additional training in alcoholism.
Do you feel lonely or burdened by your past? Are you struggling with grief issues, parenting issues, aging parents, empty nesting, or adjusting to a new city? Therapy can help.
A therapist can be helpful in times of transition, or when it is time to put some deep thought into why you may be feeling stuck, in a bad relationship or depressed. Our world is a complicated place with external influences adding confusion to our choices. We may invest a great deal of time and money in many things, but we neglect our inner world. Yet our inner world affects all of our decision making. Therapy can help us discover our true, often neglected selves. I offer both psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I am a graduate of the Dallas Psychoanalytic Center, Psychoanalytic training. I have additional training in alcoholism.
(469) 721-6459 View (469) 721-6459
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Emma (Clark) Knowlton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
You are worthy. No matter your past experiences or where you find yourself today, I want to help you achieve the change or healing that you are seeking. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or grief; seeking to improve your relationships and communication; feeling stuck or weighed down by old habits or past traumatic experiences; in need of better ways to manage stress; or facing a major crossroad in life, I’m here to move forward with you. Together we can strengthen and rebuild your life.
You are worthy. No matter your past experiences or where you find yourself today, I want to help you achieve the change or healing that you are seeking. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or grief; seeking to improve your relationships and communication; feeling stuck or weighed down by old habits or past traumatic experiences; in need of better ways to manage stress; or facing a major crossroad in life, I’m here to move forward with you. Together we can strengthen and rebuild your life.
(214) 247-1848 View (214) 247-1848
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Benjamin Spear
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209  (Online Only)
You’ll learn new skills to help with concerns like anxiety, stress, depression, loss, and building healthy relationships.
We often face difficult challenges and personal setbacks in life, but “stress” doesn’t have to become “distress”. You may be balancing a number of stressors, like work and relationships, while trying your hardest to keep anxiety or depression from getting in the way of personal goals. Whatever brought you here today, trying to cope with all everything on your own might feel almost impossibly overwhelming and lonely at times. But you aren't alone: together we can figure out ways for you to balance these stressors and overcome setbacks.
You’ll learn new skills to help with concerns like anxiety, stress, depression, loss, and building healthy relationships.
We often face difficult challenges and personal setbacks in life, but “stress” doesn’t have to become “distress”. You may be balancing a number of stressors, like work and relationships, while trying your hardest to keep anxiety or depression from getting in the way of personal goals. Whatever brought you here today, trying to cope with all everything on your own might feel almost impossibly overwhelming and lonely at times. But you aren't alone: together we can figure out ways for you to balance these stressors and overcome setbacks.
(210) 405-9843 View (210) 405-9843
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Ryan Holliman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209  (Online Only)
It’s gotten to the point where you can’t ignore all those events you lived through. You’ve been to therapists before, but it just felt like you were paying to complain instead of getting better. Now you’re distracting yourself any way you know how. Keeping busy until you collapse at the end of the day. You drink more wine than you probably should. And you’re up late watching TV, to keep your mind quiet. You know that you need to rip off the bandaid and trying something new, but you’re scared-- what if therapy is just like last time? that bandaid has been the only thing holding you together. You need a therapist who is kind enough to
It’s gotten to the point where you can’t ignore all those events you lived through. You’ve been to therapists before, but it just felt like you were paying to complain instead of getting better. Now you’re distracting yourself any way you know how. Keeping busy until you collapse at the end of the day. You drink more wine than you probably should. And you’re up late watching TV, to keep your mind quiet. You know that you need to rip off the bandaid and trying something new, but you’re scared-- what if therapy is just like last time? that bandaid has been the only thing holding you together. You need a therapist who is kind enough to
(214) 239-4570 View (214) 239-4570
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Fay Howell Lidji
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Hi. I am Fay Lidji and I am a solutions oriented therapist. Counseling with me will show you how to improve relationships, help you change negative behavior patterns, and relieve the pain that brought you in. I work efficiently to help you gain a better perspective on your life, and then teach you new tools to bring about the desired change.
Hi. I am Fay Lidji and I am a solutions oriented therapist. Counseling with me will show you how to improve relationships, help you change negative behavior patterns, and relieve the pain that brought you in. I work efficiently to help you gain a better perspective on your life, and then teach you new tools to bring about the desired change.
(214) 838-7082 View (214) 838-7082
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David Hanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, CSAT, EMDR, SE
Verified Verified
Bluffview, Dallas, TX 75209
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. Simply put, I don't believe therapy has to always be a painful thing. Calling a therapist can be intimidating, but I hope you will take a moment (and maybe a deep breath) to call and see how I can help.
(469) 300-5247 View (469) 300-5247

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Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.